Myriad Phenomena Garden.
"Hmm? It seems the problem has been solved?"
Han Xuanji sensed that a Divine Thought he had left deep within Li Taiqing's Divine Soul had been activated.
There's no need to think further; the matter must have been resolved safely.
The Immortal Realm is filled with experts, but the Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal Realm already signifies a top-tier expert, and as an existence in the Celestial Golden Immortal Realm, few people in the entire Immortal Realm could be considered his match.
As long as he didn't provoke that kind of ultimate BOSS, Han Xuanji could still easily settle things.
He had already calculated the foundation of the Golden Crow Clan; currently, they only have a few Primordial Chaos Golden Immortals holding the fort. He didn't know where they got the confidence to establish the Demon Court.
Are they truly not afraid that when the Heavenly Emperor returns, he will extinguish them with a single breath?
But this also shows that an existence in the Celestial Golden Immortal Realm can truly dominate an area in the Immortal Realm. While not able to do whatever they please, they can certainly participate in the Immeasurable Tribulation and scheme for their own benefits within it.
As for Su Ming, Han Xuanji wasn't overly worried.
As a Person of Great Luck and a Person of Tribulation, his destiny is quite robust.
"The Golden Crow Clan probably won't dare to continue divining me... but ultimately, these are just minor skirmishes."
Han Xuanji thought silently.
When the Heaven and Earth Great Tribulation unfolds, those Great Powers behind the scenes control the destiny of all living beings.
Although the Golden Crow Clan is making a big fuss establishing the Demon Court, the simulation shows that it's all fleeting smoke and clouds, and only a tiny fraction of the Golden Crow Clan will benefit.
The big matter afterward should still be the contest for the position of Lord of the Immortal Realm.
On the surface, the most significant position in the Immortal Realm should be the seat of the Heavenly Emperor.
Even becoming the Heavenly Emperor is a form of restriction, but its supreme power is something countless Cultivators dream of.
Furthermore, it's not as if becoming the Heavenly Emperor means one can never escape the position.
The current Heavenly Emperor likely found Lin Feng as a replacement to free himself.
"The Heavenly Emperor, the Human Emperor, the Lord of Reincarnation, or even the Lord of the Yao Race... even if I don't want these positions, I cannot let my enemies take them."
What Han Xuanji thought was very simple.
It's naturally impossible for him to Cultivate Li Taiqing, Su Ming, Jiang Hao, and others without expecting anything in return; their potential is considerable, and they will become powerful experts in their own right once they grow up.
Some important positions must be filled by his people.
Han Xuanji, as the Great Power Behind the Scenes, would be considered the true Lord of the Immortal Realm as long as he controls them.
If anything happens, his Subordinates or Disciples will handle it.
What Han Xuanji currently needed to do was simple: increase his Cultivation Base.
Thinking of this, Han Xuanji continued to Cultivate.
Such a small matter wasn't enough to keep his attention.
First, let's achieve a Breakthrough to the next Realm... Time slowly flowed by.
On the other side, Lingxu Heavenly Palace.
The atmosphere was solemn at this time. The three Head Seats—Yuheng, Chang Geng, and Yuxuan—along with several Elders responsible for intelligence and external affairs, were gathered together. Everyone's face was so grim it seemed water could drip from it.
News came from Zhentian City that Su Ming and Li Taiqing had both lost contact and were suspected of having perished.
"Bastards! How dare the Golden Crow Clan act like this! Bullying the small with the great, bullying the few with the many, and taking such vicious action!"
Immortal Venerable Yuxuan was furious. As the Chief of the Sword Lineage, he was always the most fiercely protective of his own.
If he had received the news, he would have gone to provide support immediately.
Unfortunately, Li Taiqing and Su Ming had secretly planned this matter, and only a very few people knew, seemingly because they didn't want to implicate the Sect.
"Li Taiqing is the Dao Child's chief Disciple, with unparalleled talent, and Su Ming is the new Head Seat of our Lingxu Heavenly Palace. If this is true, where shall the face of our Lingxu Heavenly Palace rest?"
Immortal Venerable Yuheng, who was usually steady, now had tightly furrowed brows, unconsciously stroking his long beard with his fingertips:
"The Heavenly Secrets are unclear, and the two of them seem shrouded in mist. Fortunately, their lives are safe..."
"I have already sent a message to the Old Ancestor. If necessary, we must pressure the Golden Crow Clan, at the very least... to demand an explanation and ascertain the whereabouts of the two."
At this moment, an Elder responsible for intelligence added, full of doubt:
"According to scattered news from our Informants within the Golden Crow Clan, a Grand Unity Golden Immortal Expert reportedly took action, but there's no follow-up... Now the Golden Crow Clan is heavily guarded, and it seems a major event is occurring. We don't know if it's related to this matter."
The hall fell into a brief silence.
"A Grand Unity Golden Immortal Expert intervened? Is that true?"
"Could it be that a major event also occurred within the Golden Crow Clan?"
"Regardless, rescuing Li Taiqing and Su Ming is the immediate priority."
Just as everyone was pondering how to negotiate with the Golden Crow Clan.
At that moment, the figures of Li Taiqing and Su Ming appeared at Lingxu Heavenly Palace.
Immediately, the Head Seats all received the news.
"What?"
"The two have returned safely?"
The Head Seats abruptly stood up, and powerful Auras uncontrollably spilled out.
They exchanged glances, all seeing the same disbelief in each other's eyes.
They were just discussing how to rescue them from the Dragon's Den and Tiger's Lair, yet in the blink of an eye, the people returned themselves?
Without the slightest hesitation, the figures of the few flickered, transforming into several streaks of light, instantly crossing numerous halls and palaces to arrive at the Mountain Gate Plaza.
The Mountain Gate Plaza was already packed shoulder-to-shoulder by countless Disciples who had rushed over upon hearing the news.
"It's Senior Brother Li and Head Seat Su!"
"I knew it! They are Favored by the Heavens; how could they possibly perish?"
"And the Golden Crow Clan was spreading rumors everywhere. I find it truly ridiculous. The rumor says Senior Brother Li single-handedly slaughtered seven Taiyi, truly a pinnacle achievement of this era. I wonder how he managed it."
Seeing the figures of the two, the plaza immediately erupted in noise, with discussions and exclamations sounding out in a chorus. Everyone's gaze was fixed on the two figures in the center of the plaza.
It was precisely Li Taiqing and Su Ming!
Li Taiqing wore a Green Robe, his figure still straight as a pine. Although his complexion was slightly pale and his brow carried a hint of fatigue from the great battle, his eyes were sharper than before, and the Sword Intent faintly circulating around him revealed his extraordinary might.
Su Ming stood beside him, composed and wearing a gentle smile on his face.
As the youngest Head Seat in the history of Lingxu Heavenly Palace, Su Ming's reputation was immense within the Sect, and thus his safety was constantly a concern for many.
"Taiqing! Su Ming!"
Immortal Venerable Yuheng was the first to land. His gaze was like lightning, quickly sweeping over their bodies, confirming they had no serious injuries, and had even subtly improved. This relieved him greatly but also filled him with extreme surprise.
"Disciple Li Taiqing (Su Ming), greets Head Seat Yuheng. We apologize for causing worry to all the Elders/Seniors."
The two bowed simultaneously, their attitudes respectful.
"No need for formalities!"
Immortal Venerable Chang Geng stepped forward quickly, waving his sleeve to isolate the surrounding sounds.
Simultaneously, a majestic shout suppressed all the noise.
"Silence!"
Immortal Venerable Yuxuan took a step forward, radiating a stern Aura around him. His gaze swept over every Disciple present, and his voice clearly spread throughout the entire Mountain Gate Plaza:
"Li Taiqing and Su Ming were acting under the Sect's orders to carry out a special Trial Mission.
Although there was some friction with Golden Crow Clan Cultivators during this period, the high-level officials of our Lingxu Heavenly Palace have properly negotiated and resolved the matter with the Golden Crow Clan. The numerous untrue statements circulating outside are all rumors!"
The arrival of the Head Seats immediately quieted the surrounding noise considerably.